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East Asian Economy and Society

University of Vienna
Tuition EUR 726 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 363 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2030-04-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Vienna, Austria
Language English

Program Overview

The East Asian Economy and Society at University of Vienna is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the East Asian Economy and Society programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Austria and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 726 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 363 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Vienna, Austria

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the East Asian Economy and Society programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Compulsory Module: Contemporary East Asian Language
  2. Compulsory Module: East Asian Economy
  3. Compulsory Module: East Asian Politics
  4. Compulsory Module: East Asian Society
  5. Compulsory Module: Research and Master\x92s Colloquium
  6. Master\x92s Thesis
  7. Oral Master\x92s Examination

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Proof of Qualification (original BA or BA-equivalent certificates)
  • Diploma Supplement, Transcript of Academic Records or Consolidated Grade Record
  • Copy of your passport or identity card
  • Proof of English proficiency\xc2\xa0
  • Letter of Motivation in accordance\xc2\xa0with our\xc2\xa0questionnaire\xc2\xa0
  • Curriculum Vitae (in English)

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 726 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 363 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 726 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 363 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Vienna directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Vienna

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University of Vienna

Vienna, Austria

The University of Vienna is a public research university in Vienna, Austria. Founded by Duke Rudolph IV in 1365, it is the oldest university in the German-speaking world and with around 85,000...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline 2030-04-18
  • Start Date 2018-10-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months